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Has Coursera solved the catch-22 of for-credit MOOCs?

By Jake New, Assistant Editor

September 19th, 2013

It’s the catch-22 of massive open online courses (MOOCs). Students want college credit for MOOCs, which would raise the price tag of the often-free courses. At the same time, the…

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A MOOC that will ‘cut across institutional boundaries’

September 9th, 2013

Many colleges have delved into MOOCs, while others have approach the massive courses with caution.…
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‘Walking Dead,’ comic books inspire MOOCs

September 4th, 2013

The University of California (UC) at Irvine is collaborating with AMC to produce a free…
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How MOOCs are evolving with video technology

September 4th, 2013

Crack open most massive open online courses (MOOCs) today and you’ll typically find three things…

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Can block scheduling increase student retention and completion?

February 18th, 2019

The block model for academic scheduling is an age-old idea that has recently found international appeal. Notably, only a handful of mostly private, small liberal…

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Visionary universities teach life purpose: Does yours?

February 18th, 2019

A sense of purpose is an important and teachable attribute. Studies find that pursuing one’s purpose is associated with psychological well-being. Individuals with a sense…

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Higher-ed leaders: Here’s how Generation Z learns best

February 15th, 2019

Does your faculty embrace video? Members of Generation Z say they vastly prefer video as a learning method, according to Beyond Millennials: The Next Generation of…

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5 top-ranked AI programs in higher ed

February 15th, 2019

Artificial intelligence has morphed from a sci-fi movie hypothetical to a field with real potential and impact in different industries, prompting many research institutions to…

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How can higher ed address the soft skills gap?

February 14th, 2019

The soft skills gap is troubling, and while a study shows that the majority of corporate and academic respondents feel their new recruits and students…

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The answer to better campus wi-fi: Artificial intelligence

February 14th, 2019

Once a futuristic concept, artificial intelligence (AI) is starting to make its mark in the world, whether it’s helping diagnose diseases, automate manufacturing, personalize retail…

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How well do you understand your online students?

February 13th, 2019

Online students say tuition and fees are among their top three deciding factors when it comes to choosing an institution, according to a Learning House…

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5 terrific edtech tools for creating a highly engaging online (or hybrid) course

February 13th, 2019

So many faculty have approached me lately and said that they have been asked to teach an online or hybrid class. I love teaching—online, hybrid,…

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More states are recognizing the importance of non-degree credentials

February 12th, 2019

Although no state has comprehensive data about all types of non-degree credentials, including certificates, licenses, and industry certifications, states are improving their data collection practices…

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Why do we still have basic textbooks in higher ed?

February 12th, 2019

Textbooks, particularly basic textbooks, are containers of water. Furthermore, they are pernicious cost-drivers for our students. A recent study by the College Board indicated that…

MOOCs: the future of higher education, or a passing phase?

Has Coursera solved the catch-22 of for-credit MOOCs?

A MOOC that will ‘cut across institutional boundaries’

‘Walking Dead,’ comic books inspire MOOCs

How MOOCs are evolving with video technology

See All MOOCs: the future of higher education, or a passing phase? Top Stories »

Can block scheduling increase student retention and completion?

Visionary universities teach life purpose: Does yours?

Higher-ed leaders: Here’s how Generation Z learns best

5 top-ranked AI programs in higher ed

How can higher ed address the soft skills gap?

The answer to better campus wi-fi: Artificial intelligence

How well do you understand your online students?

5 terrific edtech tools for creating a highly engaging online (or hybrid) course

More states are recognizing the importance of non-degree credentials

Why do we still have basic textbooks in higher ed?

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